Help Me Make It Through the Night
Mark Eitzel Lyrics

The lyrics to Mark Eitzel's song 'Help Me Make It Through The Night' convey a sense of desperation for companionship, connection, and solace. The song starts with a simple yet moving metaphor - "Take the ribbon from your hair/Shake it loose and let it fall/Layin' soft upon my skin/Like the shadows on the wall." These lines suggest the singer is in need of comfort and tenderness. The use of the metaphor highlights the tenderness as a visualized and physicalized image for the listener. The shadows on the wall create an intimate atmosphere that is reflected in the tender moments between the two lovers.

The chorus, "Come and lay down by my side/Till the early mornin' light/All I'm takin' is your time/Help me make it through the night" further emphasizes the desperate need for an intimate connection. The singer is requesting the presence of his loved one to keep him company through the night. This reflects the idea that being with someone and having that connection is better than being alone. They only want their time, which reflects the urgency to keep them company for a while.

The songwriter speaks of his need not to think about tomorrow, urging his lover to forget about the problems of the world and "let the devil take tomorrow." He doesn't want to try and understand all of the complexities of life, but instead wants to focus on the present moment of being with his lover. These few lines suggest that the singer only cares about the present moment where he is in the company of his loved one. The song's melancholic tone suggests the importance of the companionship for the singer. The lyrics broadly express, despite the challenges and complexities of life, having love and a sense of connection with someone can ease the pain of loneliness.